Make a lasting investment
You have the power to change millions of lives for generations to come. When you leave a planned gift to Acumen, you are enabling a world in which the problems of poverty can be solved through innovative social enterprises.
What your legacy gift makes possible
Catalyze solutions to poverty with financial, managerial, and accompaniment support for companies focused on helping the world’s poor.
Equip emerging entrepreneurs with skills and training to accelerate the growth and impact of their enterprise solution to poverty.
Enable Acumen to capture key learnings from across its programs and share its insights with peers to further energize impact.
“Planned giving to Acumen is one way to continue sharing my hopes for the well-being of others and helping sustain commitments to standing with the poor.”
Margo Alexander, Partner and Board Chair Emeritus
Types of gifts we accept
A gift left in your will – cash, personal property, bonds, stocks, or a grant from your Donor Advised Fund.
A donation of any unused funds by naming Acumen as a beneficiary.
Name Acumen as a beneficiary on your policy
“Acumen found my head and my heart 10 years ago. When I think about my legacy, I can think of no finer non-profit than Acumen to carry on my values and my goals in promoting economic advancement for all. Making a gift to Acumen in my will ensures my values will live on for generations to come”
Randy Kaufman, Planned Giving Partner
Planned giving benefits
Legacy
The knowledge that you’re leaving a legacy that reflects your values and the change you wish to see in the world for years to come
Dedicated staff liaison
A dedicated staff liaison to assist with your planned gift
Recognition
Official recognition in Acumen’s Annual Giving Report and website (optional)
Exclusive events
Invitations to Acumen Partner events local and abroad
Tailored updates
Curated communications to your interest areas as you desire
Tax benefits
Income tax deduction on certain gifts. Reach out to learn more
Contact us
For more information, contact Emma Hubbard
Frequently asked questions
Thank you for interest in becoming a Planned Giving Partner! Your gift will provide Acumen with crucial resources needed to plan and sustain our work building a world based on dignity for years to come.
To register your gift with us, kindly review and complete the form below.
Yes! Please reach out to us via the form above to learn about giving via our Canadian bank account.
Please reach out via the form above to work with someone from our team and ensure your gift makes it to Acumen securely.
For New York state residents:
Acumen Fund, Inc. is a not for profit corporation formed under the laws of the State of New York and a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, with offices at 40 Worth Street, Suite 303, New York, NY 10013. Donations will be used to support our programs to change the way the world tackles poverty. Our most recent financial statements are accessible on our website at acumen.org or from the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau’s Website (www.charitiesnys.com). You also may obtain information on charities from the Attorney General at (212) 416-8401.
For Florida residents:
Acumen Fund, Inc. is a not for profit corporation formed under the laws of the State of New York and a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, with offices at 40 Worth Street, Suite 303, New York, NY 10013. Donations will be used to support our programs to change the way the world tackles poverty. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-435-7352 (800-HELP-FLA), OR VISITING FDACS.GOV. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. FLORIDA REGISTRATION #CH43260.